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Job Description
The Paralegal Specialist provides paralegal support for Client Legal Services attorneys preparing pleadings and motions. Under general attorney supervision, this individual facilitates the discovery process, including drafting discovery, obtaining peers and experts, reviewing documents, obtaining information from clients for discovery, and preparing trial materials.
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This position is ideal for a highly organized, adaptable paralegal who excels in a defense-focused environment, supports multiple attorneys, and thrives under evolving priorities.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle service of answers, discovery exchanges, IME (Independent Medical Exam)/Peer and ROD (Review of Documents) review exchanges
- Draft and serve responses to discovery demands; manage supplemental demands
- Prepare trial materials and assist attorneys in trial prep, arbitration, or mediation
- Communicate with vendors and manage medical records, document exchange, and e-filing
- Navigate and use vendor websites for record requests, updates, and reviews
- Work closely with 3-4 attorneys
- Complete ~15 daily tasks (average 2 per hour); volume may fluctuate depending on business needs
- Communicate with Claim Business Partners and Plaintiff Attorneys on case status
- Review new file assignments and draft initial pleadings (answers, motions, etc.)
- Continually monitor and summarize relevant legal issues for attorney awareness
- Stay updated on new/proposed legislation and assess its relevance
Education
- Bachelor's degree AND at least 1 year of paralegal experience, OR
- Paralegal certificate (ABA-approved preferred) AND at least 2 years of paralegal experience
Experience
- 0-2 years of legal/paralegal experience (Preferred)
- Paralegal experience in bodily injury defense or personal injury law is a strong plus
Additional Qualifications
- Strong time management, adaptability, and ability to prioritize under pressure
- Team-oriented with strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience working with legal vendors, managing case documents, and e-filing
- Ability to tailor support to diverse personalities and work styles
- Nice to Have
- Notary Public certification
Supervisory Responsibilities
- This job does not have supervisory duties.
Location Requirement:
- Candidates must reside within 50 miles of Dallas, TX .
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Skills
Case Management, Document Handling, Evidence Gathering, Legal Discovery, Legal Document Preparation, Legal Management Software, Legal Writing, Litigation
Compensation
Compensation offered for this role is $26.20 - 41.84 per hour and is based on experience and qualifications.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.
Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
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